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Buttoned, the Princess Top shapes, open it’s an airy jacket.

Posted by Rose on 31st Mar 2021

I originally designed the Princess Top for a more shaped look when buttoned up, but customers convinced me wearing it unbuttoned was totally a thing. Like all Sympatico styles, in designing the&nb … read more

Pockets are paramount for this sustainable clothing brand

Posted by Rose on 11th Jun 2020

A look at pockets through the ages reveals how they’ve determined who gets access to the tools that confer power My favorite podcast these days delves into the meaning of clothing and fashion in w … read more

Home-office hits: A hemp skirt, Tencel pants & go-anywhere Trapeze Top

Posted by Rose on 1st Jun 2020

Women’s casual outfits in sustainable hemp and Tencel offer natural grace wherever your work takes you. The Swallowtail Top over Stovepipe Pants makes a calm, collected outfit that … read more

The work-from-home wardrobe: Everybody’s doing homework now

Posted by Rose on 9th Apr 2020

Staying comfortable, looking professional while you work from home Because I’ve worked at home throughout my career, most of that in rural settings, social distancing has often been the norm. Life i … read more

Stovepipe hemp and Tencel pants: practical, stylish comfort

Posted by Rose on 28th Oct 2019

In designing Sympatico’s Stovepipe Pants, comfort was a paramount aim. First, they needed to fit real-life figures attractively. Since the hemp and Tencel fabric I work with offers litt … read more

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